#253

Rare Italian Felt Miniature Boy as Golfer, Series III
Live Auction

$600
sold
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Description
7" (18 cm.) Felt swivel head with pressed and painted facial features, large round downcast brown eyes, painted long curly lashes, high arched brows, accented nostrils, closed "O" shaped mouth, brunette mohair short curly wig, jointing at shoulders and hips. Condition: very good/excellent, some light dustiness. Comments: Lenci, series III, circa 1930. Value Points: rarity of the model is rivaled by its charm, wearing original traditional golfing costume with plaid felt pants, red felt jacket with black buttons, woven argyle stockings, leather shoes, and carrying felt golf club bag with two golf clubs.